Industrial Disease Solicitor

Company: William James Recruitment
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Location: Liverpool
Job Description:

Industrial Disease Solicitor – Liverpool – Up to £50,000

A leading national insurance litigation firm is seeking an Industrial Disease Solicitor to join its highly regarded Liverpool team. You’ll work closely with a Complex Disease Solicitor on a varied and technical caseload, gaining strong exposure to high-value industrial disease claims across multiple disease types. This role offers excellent hands-on exposure to complex disease litigation within the Liverpool market.

The Role:

  • Assist in managing a caseload of industrial disease matters
  • Review medical, employment and technical evidence
  • Manage disclosure throughout the lifecycle of claims
  • Conduct investigations and obtain witness statements
  • Liaise with insurers, clients and third parties
  • Instruct counsel and experts and assist with trial preparation
  • Attend conferences, hearings and trials where required
  • Draft pleadings, correspondence and case documentation
  • Support case strategy and ensure procedural compliance
  • Deliver strong client service throughout
  • This role offers excellent hands-on exposure to complex disease litigation

About You:

  • Experience handling or assisting with industrial disease claims
  • Strong analytical, technical and drafting skills
  • Good understanding of litigation processes
  • Strong communicator with confident client handling ability
  • Able to manage workload and meet deadlines effectively
  • Organised, adaptable and proactive approach
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Comfortable using case management systems and legal IT

Benefits:

  • Salary up to £50,000 depending on experience
  • Hybrid and flexible working
  • 25 days’ holiday + bank holidays (option to buy/sell)
  • Pension scheme and life assurance
  • Health and wellbeing support including cash plan and online GP access
  • Staff discounts and lifestyle benefits
  • Volunteering opportunities
  • Strong progression within a national specialist team

Apply in the strictest of confidence online and or via telephone.

Contact Danielle Lawton Retained Consultant

Direct Dial: 0161 826 3140 Mobile: 0737 602 8332

Email: Danielle.Lawton@williamjamesrecruitment.com

More About William James Recruitment

William James Recruitment is a specialist legal recruitment consultancy, partnering with leading law firms across the UK and internationally. We work with a range of highly regarded clients, including Legal 500-ranked firms, advising on senior and strategic appointments.

Posted: May 23rd, 2026